Kforce has a client in San Diego, CA that is looking for a Mid-Senior SQL Server DBA (On-site). This is an exciting opportunity to join as our first in-house Database Administrator and "resident expert" on staff. You will contribute to the strategic planning and execution of our database solutions and strategies from the ground up. This is an ideal role for someone who is ready for the next step in their career and relishes in both design and execution. Key Tasks: * Monitor and maintain optimal database performance, conducting regular performance tuning and query optimizations for maximum efficiency * Install, configure, and upgrade database software and related tools * Develop and implement database backup and recovery strategies to proactively address issues and ensure a high level of data reliability and minimize downtime * Perform routine maintenance tasks such as database backups, restores, index rebuilding and statistics gathering * Manage users and access (permissions/roles) to all digital data within the umbrella * Setup and monitor database jobs/events * Maintain database Entity Relationship Diagrams (ERD) and comprehensive documentation of database configurations, processes, and procedures * Setup, maintain and optimize data replication, identifying database performance bottlenecks and resolving to ensure optimal query performance * Analyze and troubleshoot database and host health, working closely with cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve database related issues and provide timely and effective resolution * Implement and enforce security measures of company databases, performing regular audits and vulnerability assessments to identify and address potential risks * Preserve data integrity and security measures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry standards and legal regulations